Cardiac Screening Program for Ontario's Professional Fire Fighters, 1/21/2010
Attention All OPFFA Locals, I had the opportunity just prior to the holiday season to meet with Dr. Arif Naqvi who is a cardiologist. Dr. Naqvi contacted me about the potential of developing a cardiac screening program for Ontario's professional fire fighters. After meeting with Dr. Naqvi I reviewed this proposal with our Occupational Disease Committee who concurred that this is an exciting opportunity to continue the efforts of the OPFFA and our Occupational Disease Committee regarding prevention of occupational disease within our profession. Dr. Naqvi who currently works in the DUA Cardiac Clinic in Scarborough has offered the time of his staff at the clinic to get this program off the ground. Initially we are looking for 200 fire fighters who are willing to attend the Scarborough Clinic to be screened. The goal of this program is to provide this service to a sector with higher probability of cardiac events. The results will assist in the development of a proper screening program. The aim is to secure sites across Ontario and Dr. Naqvi is currently recruiting other Doctor's to volunteer their time for this program in their respective locations. Enrolment for this initial screening program is simple and does not require your Doctor's referral. All information remains confidential between you and the cardiologist. Please share this information with your members. If anyone is interested in this unique opportunity please review the details in the attached documents. It is our hope that this will result in a province-wide CV Heart screening program designed for Ontario's fire fighters. Should you have any questions do not hesitate to contact me. Fraternally,
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